To the editor:

Many things about Steve Hoffman impress me, but in particular these would make him a great Sheriff for Jasper County: the way he treats everyone with respect and courtesy, his management abilities, and his communications skills.

I won’t use the name of the non-profit organization that I directed for 20 years, because it of course endorses nothing political, but I have seen Steve use these skills as our local Board Chair. Through many changes, Steve has continued in that leadership role, working to keep a strong volunteer-based disaster relief organization for this five-county area.  Steve excelled in the Public Affairs communications training that I taught.  Speaking to the media in a clear, calm and succinct way is an essential skill for a Sheriff.